The Plant Designer Jr. will participate in the design process, assisting in developing design calculations using standard and advanced analysis (FEA software), developing design drawings, and construction specifications for structures made of steel, concrete, and masonry.
Compensation
$30.00 - $45.00
Responsibilities
participate in the design process
assist in developing design calculations using standard and advanced analysis (FEA software)
develop design drawings and construction specifications for structures made of steel, concrete, and masonry
develop piping systems and equipment layout in SmartPlant 3D or similar BIM design tools
Mechanical Design Engineer for the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) focusing on layouts, designs, analysis, and documentation for detector components and infrastructure.
Locations (4)
Upton, New York, United States
Lead, South Dakota, United States
Fermilab, Illinois, United States
CERN, Switzerland
Compensation
Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This is a multi-level role and the full salary range for this position is $91,850 - $151,750 / year.
Responsibilities
Generate 3D models and 2D drawings of DUNE detector and infrastructure components
Lead the detailed design and integration of complex robotic subsystems, including high-precision actuators, structural chassis, and dynamic motion systems, translating high-level concepts into robust 3D assemblies and comprehensive engineering drawing packages.
Compensation
Competitive salary and VSOP options
Responsibilities
Lead the detailed design and integration of complex robotic subsystems, including high-precision actuators, structural chassis, and dynamic motion systems, translating high-level concepts into robust 3D assemblies and comprehensive engineering drawing packages.
Drive cross-functional integration with electrical and software teams to ensure seamless packaging, cable routing, and thermal and sensor integration, resolving technical challenges across the full development cycle.
Define material selection strategies and fabrication methods, conducting FEA, stress analysis, and tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure designs meet rigorous functional, cost, yield, and lead-time requirements.
Establish and advocate for mechanical engineering best practices, including modelling standards, GD&T drawing controls, and technical documentation, raising quality across the team.
Critically evaluate system architectures in design reviews, identifying risks and delivering high-impact solutions that optimise performance and manufacturability from prototype through to production ramp-up.
Lead the development and delivery of advanced cooling solutions for probe card technologies, driving technical vision, roadmap, and team scaling.
Compensation
$192,400.00 - $252,525.00 per year
Responsibilities
Lead the architecture, design, and development of cooling solutions for probe card technologies.
Define and own thermal technology strategy and multi-year roadmap aligned to business objectives.
Lead, develop, and scale a team of engineers.
Drive resource planning, prioritization, and organizational design to support product and technology goals.
Establish and track business and engineering Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and manage development programs using Product Life Cycle (PLC) methodology.
Senior technical leader responsible for defining, developing, and delivering innovative mechanical design solutions for highly complex products and systems.
Compensation
$163,400.00 - $214,410.00 per year
Responsibilities
Develop and implement concepts to resolve complex product issues
Lead probe card mechanical design and architecture development
Specify and perform complex mechanical analyses
Translate analytical results into design improvements
Specify, develop, design, and modify complex engineering layouts and drawings
The Engineering Intern supports the engineering team with technical and administrative tasks while gaining hands‑on experience in real‑world engineering projects.
Compensation
Paid engineering internship with real-time project contributions
Responsibilities
Assist with engineering calculations, analysis, and design support under the supervision of a licensed Engineer.
Create, update, and organize engineering documentation (technical reports, calculations, design files, and project notes).
Support drafting and modeling tasks using CAD/BIM software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit), as applicable.
Participate in engineering and project meetings, documenting action items, key decisions, and follow‑ups.
Coordinate with cross‑functional teams (Project Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, Procurement, and Field teams) to gather requirements and resolve issues.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical, or related STEM field)
Nice to have: Prior internship, co‑op, or academic project experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations, logistics, or service environments
Nice to have: Experience with CAD/BIM or engineering modeling tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit)
Nice to have: Familiarity with engineering analysis tools (MATLAB, Python, R, or FEA software)
Nice to have: Knowledge of industry codes, standards, and technical documentation practices
The Insource Manufacturing team is responsible for designing, building, and qualifying custom equipment and automation systems to enable high-volume production of Starlink products. This role involves end-to-end ownership of critical manufacturing equipment and material handling systems.
Responsibilities
Own manufacturing subsystems and equipment from conceptual design through fabrication, commissioning, and high-volume production ramp
Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements with cross-functional teams, and drive system-level optimization
Perform failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), reliability modeling, and stress testing to predict and mitigate potential failures and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
Design and develop production equipment including structures, mechanisms, robot end effectors, automation systems, and material handling solutions
Monitor and track equipment performance metrics using data analytics; identify bottlenecks and downtime causes, then implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, materials, or other engineering discipline
Nice to have: Master’s degree or PhD in an engineering discipline
Nice to have: leadership in a manufacturing environment
Nice to have: custom machine design
Nice to have: electromechanical systems
Skills
Interpret and ensure conformance to applicable standards, codes and policies
Conduct tolerance stack-up and interference analysis
Develop designs and layouts to meet physics and engineering specifications
Draft Statements of Work for fabrication/procurement contracts
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or engineering physics
Nice to have: 7 years of engineering experience
Nice to have: Structural analysis using FEA software
Nice to have: Experience with specific systems including Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks, Catia or PTC Creo
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